Treatment for Parkinson's Disease
Parkinson’s disease is a movement disorder. Earlier known as shaking palsy, this disease remains a mystery to medical science even after years of research. The underlying causes of this disease have not been found although untiring efforts have been made in that direction. Fortunately, today the disease can be treated enough to increase the quality of life of the patients substantially. However, this doesn’t undermine the fact that even today, many suffer from this disorder and the number keeps escalating. A lot of times, the people suffering from the disease are not able to identify their ailment and therefore, are unable to get medical aid at the right time.
Parkinson’s may cause a loss of feeling in facial muscles. A lot of the Parkinson’s cases are caused by wrong prescriptions or the use of very potent drugs. Those, whose ailment is caused by drugs, are usually undergoing treatment for psychiatric illnesses like schizophrenia. Manganese poisoning has also been seen as a cause for Parkinson’s.
Exercise for Parkinson's Disease
Over the years, Yoga has proved to be very beneficial in managing the disease. However, until today, Yoga is only considered an alternative therapy and not a cure for Parkinson’s. Techniques like Pranayama, which are used to control the breath, can help reduce the panic that can be caused by symptoms of Parkinson’s. There is a lot of stress laid on improving the alertness of the mind. There are also many back strengthening and posture correcting exercises that can benefit those suffering from Parkinson’s. The poses that have a lot of shoulder movements are especially beneficial.Along with meditative and breathing exercises, there is one form of Yoga that has proved to be most beneficial. Ashtanga yoga, a school of yoga that literally translates to ‘eight limbs’, is one of the most beneficial techniques for those suffering with Parkinson’s. Ashtanga yoga helps in improving blood circulation, increasing flexibility, and improving the alertness of mind
Though Parkinson does not always weaken the muscles of the body, people suffering from Parkinson’s are advised to practice yoga daily. If a person with Parkinson’s avoids movement, it is likely that the muscles will get weak due to the lack of exercise. Though Yoga should be practiced daily, it should be done in moderation so that there is no fatigue or injury.
